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BFA Fairfax Structured Literacy class interviewed service members from Fairfax and surrounding communities to better understand the experiences of those in the military.
By interviewing members of the armed forces students gained:
1. Real-World Perspectives
Members of the service can share firsthand experiences, bringing abstract concepts to life. For example, in history, students might hear directly about military operations or public service during major events.
These interviews humanize events, showing how individuals contribute to larger systems.
2. Civic Engagement and Respect
Learning about service roles encourages respect and appreciation for individuals who contribute to society's safety and well-being.
It can also inspire students to consider civic responsibilities or careers in public service.
3. Critical Thinking and Inquiry
Preparing interview questions allows students to practice formulating thoughtful inquiries, fostering critical thinking skills.
During interviews, students must analyze information in real time and adapt follow-up questions, which strengthens communication skills.
4. Connection to Curriculum
History/Social Studies: Gain insight into military history, government policies, or community impact.
English/Language Arts: Develop oral communication skills by practicing interviewing and notetaking.
Ethics/Philosophy: Explore moral dilemmas and decision-making in high-stakes environments.
5. Cultural and Personal Growth
Interviews expose students to different perspectives, fostering empathy and understanding.
It can also help them appreciate the sacrifices and challenges faced by service members.
This morning Mrs. Kalbfleisch’s class led us through an outstanding All School Morning. The students participated in a Reader’s Theater about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his impact on our country.
The BFA Farm to School team is hosting our second Harvest of the Month taste test - carrots! Throughout the winter, students will be able to try maple glazed carrots, seasoned roasted carrots, and carrot cake during lunch in the cafeteria. Middle and high school students can share their opinion about each type by responding to a QR code survey. In the elementary school, Mrs. Bidwell's third and fourth graders collect data by giving a quick thumb survey to each class and tallying the results. What is your favorite way to eat carrots?
All after school sports and activities at BFA Fairfax are canceled today. Students should go home right after school. Be safe!
To apply their understanding of surface area and volume, Mrs. Brown’s 6th grade math students in partnership with Mrs. Young, collaborated on a 3D printing project to create a replica of Fairfax Town. Their project is now displayed at the Fairfax Town Office for the next few weeks. Come check out their creativity and attention to detail!
The Boissoneault/Wheeler team led us Wednesday in an All-School Morning Meeting. Our students did a wonderful job sharing ten acts of kindness that we can all participate in during the holiday season.
State educational leaders, colleagues, family, and friends gathered at UVM on November 14 for the celebration of Vermont's 44th Annual Outstanding Educator Awards. The event shined a bright spotlight on award recipients' accomplishments from school districts and supervisory unions across the state.
Here at BFA Fairfax, we were so incredibly proud to celebrate our very own Linnea Jahn! Congratulations, Linnea, and thank you for all you do for our students and community.
Many thanks to our construction crew! What a " sweet" idea from one of our awesome families!
Operation Happiness Food Drive
Nov 21- Dec 12th
Drop-off locations: The main office of the Elementary and Middle / High school.
Work Based Learning Seminar students from Trimester 1 take a tour of the DEW construction site here on campus.
Todd Poirier, the site Superintendent with DEW, gave the students a tour and introduced them to several sub-contractors performing work on campus. It was a great glimpse into the world of commercial construction and project management.
Fundraising Success! The class of 2028 sold 417 boxes of Krispy Kreme Donuts!
Our drop off and pick up lane was the most festive in town!
The Work Based Learning Seminar class visited Agilent Technologies in Winooski, Vermont on Friday Oct. 25.
Jamie Boutin, a Manufacturing Supervisor and a Fairfax community member, hosted the students on a tour of their facilities. The students toured the machine shop and then the parts assembly area. Mrs. Boutin introduced the students to several different assembly areas, including one staffed by a BFA Fairfax grad!
Agilent is a worldwide leader in medical manufacturing in the support of medical research and laboratories.
They hire students out of high school, offer apprenticeship opportunities, and have an active engineering and design program for their technology.
Thank you to Jamie and Agilent for the great tour!
BFA Fairfax French Field Trip to Montreal
Madame Alana’s Biliteracy French class traveled to Canada for a cultural adventure in Montreal, Quebec. While practicing speaking French in the classroom can be fun– using French to order poutine, or buy a souvenir, or listen to instructions at the museum gave students an authentic experience and they had many opportunities to use their knowledge of French to navigate real-world situations while taking in the culture of the largest French-speaking city in Canada.
Such a fun educational opportunity for our Foreign language department to share with our students.
C'est Magnifique !
BFA high school students participated in our annual Hiram Bellows Day of Service on Wednesday October 23rd. This day of service honors the legacy of the school’s founder and reminds us of the vital role everyone plays in building a strong, safe, and beautiful community. We are so proud of their contributions to our community!
Ms. Becker's students having fun cracking codes in Chasing Vermeer!
Keep up the great work!
BFA Fairfax Student Records Destruction --
STUDENT RECORDS: Bellows Free Academy in Fairfax, Vermont, will be destroying any non-essential materials from student files of graduates from the Class of 2018.
SPECIAL EDUCATION RECORDS: Bellows Free Academy in Fairfax, Vermont, will be destroying Special Education records of students with birthdays January 1 - December 31, 1998 and January 1 - December 31, 1999, as this information is no longer relevant and/or needed for the student’s educational program. Please be advised that some of the information contained in Special Education files may be needed later on for other purposes such as eligibility for Social Security Disability benefits.
If you wish to have these records before they are destroyed, please email the Counseling office at rmasse@fwsu.org. This request must be made prior to Friday, February 21, 2025. Records may only be requested by the student or authorized agent.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2024 National Unity Day
Our middle school wore and shared orange!
A visible message of building commUNITY through kindness, acceptance, and inclusion to prevent bullying.
#UnityEveryDay
